Description
A hearty and comforting Macaroni Soup featuring lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, fire-roasted tomatoes, and tender macaroni pasta simmered together in a flavorful beef broth. Enhanced with garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh baby spinach, this soup is perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 sticks celery, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (28 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Pasta and Greens
- 3/4 cup uncooked macaroni
- 2 cups loosely packed fresh baby spinach
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onions: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and lean ground beef. Cook for about 7 minutes, breaking up the beef with a spoon as it cooks. Once cooked, spoon out most of the excess fat from the pot.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma and flavor.
- Add vegetables and liquids: Add the chopped celery, sliced carrots, beef broth, fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices), drained corn, and Italian seasoning to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the soup: Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer, covered with the lid slightly ajar, for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and vegetables to soften.
- Cook macaroni: Add the uncooked macaroni to the soup and continue to simmer until the pasta is tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. You may need to increase the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cover the pot again with the lid slightly open, stirring occasionally to prevent the macaroni from sticking to the bottom.
- Final seasoning and spinach: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh baby spinach and allow it to wilt in the hot soup. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious macaroni soup!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade or high-quality beef broth.
- Adjust the seasoning gradually and taste as you cook for perfect balance.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the broth quantity slightly or let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
- Fresh baby spinach can be substituted with kale or other leafy greens if desired.
- This soup freezes well; cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
